Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ebm7 | 7 | 14.6% |
| Eb7 | 6 | 12.5% |
| Dbmaj7 | 5 | 10.4% |
| Bb7 | 4 | 8.3% |
| Ab7#5 | 3 | 6.2% |
| Ab7 | 3 | 6.2% |
| Gm7 | 2 | 4.2% |
| C7 | 2 | 4.2% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ebm7 -> Ab7#5 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Ebm7 -> Ab7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| F#m7 -> B7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Fm7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Ab7 -> Ebm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Ab7 -> Dbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Ab7#5 -> Dbmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights:
- The progression features a series of descending chromatic ii-V sequences (Gm7-C7, F#m7-B7, Fm7-Bb7), creating rapid, temporary shifts in tonal gravity.
- Extensive use of tritone substitutions (e.g., D7 leading to Dbmaj7) and dominant cycling delays the final resolution to the Ab major tonic.
- Monk utilizes altered dominant tensions (Ab7#5, B7#11) to create melodic dissonance while maintaining functional root movement.
Improvisation Focus: Navigating descending chromatic ii-V cells using smooth voice leading.
Difficulty Rating: 4/5: The rapid sequence of non-diatonic modulations and sophisticated substitution patterns requires advanced harmonic navigation and vertical precision.
📚 Standard Available in:
The Real Book - Volume II
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